I am working on a writing project while being a stay-at-home mom to a 1-year-old. My husband and I have decided not to put our baby in day care yet. It has been exhausting trying to care for him and get work done.I am a second generation Indian American and I come from a culture where grandparents are heavily involved in child care. As a result, my mother-in-law has stepped in to help. I am really grateful to her, especially since my own mom is very sick and unable to help.
In my work, and experience, many Indian mothers-in-laws want to feel useful and this often looks like being active in raising children. You should continue to connect with your mother-in-law by telling her why